4D modelshop

4D modelshop Providing you with high quality model making materials and professional supplies.

We stock an extensive range of specialised components from structural materials to scenic finishes, designed to meet the needs of architects, designers, and hobbyists alike. 4D•Shop formerly 4D Modelshop, now an online only store, providing you with high quality model making materials and professional supplies.

New Blades 2026: COMPLETED!What an absolutely phenomenal show. A huge thank you to everyone who stepped through the door...
19/06/2026

New Blades 2026: COMPLETED!

What an absolutely phenomenal show. A huge thank you to everyone who stepped through the doors, to our brilliant judges, and to our wonderful sponsors who make celebrating this talent possible. To the graduating class of 2026: the sheer quality of work on display was breath taking. You should be incredibly proud!

The show may be over, but we want to keep the memories alive.

Share Your Show Memories!
We would love to see New Blades through your eyes. Please send us your favourite pictures from the floor! You can:

- Tag us directly in your posts

- Drop them straight into our inbox

- Mention us (@) in your Stories

- Most importantly: Use the hashtag on your posts so we can find, share, and celebrate everyone’s highlights!

Keep your eyes peeled over the coming days, we will continue posting our favourite show highlights here, and a complete, comprehensive event gallery will be live on newblades.com very soon. Keep a look out for your models!

Connecting Talent with Industry

Graduates & Students: Make sure the industry can find you! Head over to model.shop and sign up as a freelancer today. Keep those professional connections going!

Industry Professionals: Looking for the best emerging talent to join your team or commission for a project? model.shop is your go-to hub to browse and connect with top-tier freelancers and it is completely free to use!

Be sure to follow both and to stay up to date with galleries, industry opportunities, and student spotlights all year round.

See you next year!

We absolutely love seeing what our community creates with our materials, and this project by is a masterclass in precis...
11/06/2026

We absolutely love seeing what our community creates with our materials, and this project by is a masterclass in precision!

Nick created this incredible 1:10 scale miniature laser cutter as a staff gift, constructed primarily from our styrene sheets and strips. It is a fantastic example of just how versatile and creative you can be with these essential bench materials.

Want to build your own masterpiece? Our styrene sheets and strips are available via our online store (4d.shop) in an extensive range of shapes, thicknesses, and sizes to suit any project scale.

https://4d.shop/collections/materials-plastics-polystyrene

Show us your builds!
We want to keep sharing your amazing creations. Tag us in your workshop photos, tell us which materials you love working with, and inspire the community to follow suit!

We are delighted to introduce the master silversmiths and designers at Fox Silver (Fox Silver Ltd) who are joining us as...
11/06/2026

We are delighted to introduce the master silversmiths and designers at Fox Silver (Fox Silver Ltd) who are joining us as one of our key Patrons for New Blades 2026!

Fox Silver are renowned globally for their pioneering approach to bespoke luxury metalwork and trophy design, their workshop team is at the absolute vanguard of the craft. They have brought their incredible expertise to our exhibition this year, creating the stunning, custom scalpel trophies that our class of 2026 winners will be taking home!

Swipe through to see a tiny glimpse of the breathtaking, precision masterclasses they produce:

Slide 1: The majestic, fluid geometry and intricate latticework of their world-class motorsport trophies, featuring the 1st place trophy for the 2025 Abu Dhabi F1 Grand Prix.

Slide 2: The astonishingly detailed, 1st place trophy at the Saudi Arabian F1 Grand Prix in 2024.

Slide 3: The sleek, sharp, pinpoint detailed New Blades award.

Slides 4 & 5: The beautifully crafted McLaren MP4/4 Sterling Silver replica model.

🎟️ FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
Come and see the best of the industry alongside the best of the future.

Date: Thursday, 18th June

How to book: Secure your spot via the link in our bio or head straight to newblades.com. (Remember to click the link in your confirmation email to finalise your ticket!)

What does it take to run an 11,000 sq ft workshop and orchestrate a powerhouse team of 40 multi-disciplinary makers? Loo...
10/06/2026

What does it take to run an 11,000 sq ft workshop and orchestrate a powerhouse team of 40 multi-disciplinary makers? Look no further than our incredible New Blades 2026 Patron, Amalgam (Amalgam Modelmaking).

Established in 1985, they are a team of 40 skilled makers, each bringing expertise from various fields of design and creative industries. Working from their Bristol workshop, they combine precision, innovation and collaboration to create exceptional bespoke pieces for clients around the world.

From micro-scale engineering to colossal public sculptures, their portfolio is a masterclass in versatility. If you are heading to the show, their dedicated stand is an absolute must-visit to see how these industry veterans push the boundaries of modern modelmaking, chat with the team, and dissect the techniques behind their world-class builds.

Swipe through for an exclusive look inside their workshop archives:

The Yacht (Slides 1 & 2): A breathtaking 1:100 scale model of the 105m M/Y H3, meticulously crafted for Reymond Langton Design.

The Sphere (Slide 3): The mesmerising Hoberman Sphere, a complex bespoke lighting piece engineered for Acrylicize Art Studio.

The Icon (Slide 4): A giant, beautifully finished classic Gromit sculpture, built for The Grand Appeal Charity sculpture trail.

The Concept (Slides 5 & 6): A stunningly sleek, 1:4 scale automotive model of the Dyson EV concept.

The Detail (Slide 7): A beautifully patinated Winding Key, custom-made for a mechanical sculpture.

🎟️ JOIN US AT NEW BLADES 2026
Come for the masters of the industry, stay for the future of the craft.

When: Thursday, 18th June

Tickets: Completely FREE

Book: Secure your entry ticket via the link in our bio or grab it now at newblades.com. (Quick reminder: you must click the verification link in your confirmation email to activate your ticket!)

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the world-renowned architectural studio Foster + Partners () is one of our k...
05/06/2026

We are absolutely thrilled to announce that the world-renowned architectural studio Foster + Partners () is one of our key Patrons for New Blades 2026!

They will be hosting a dedicated stand at the show, where you can get a rare, up-close look at some of their iconic work. This is an unparalleled opportunity to study the exact skills, materials, and cutting-edge techniques used by industry-leading professionals, and to chat directly with the team behind them.

Foster + Partners are renowned globally for their pioneering approach to sustainable design
and engineering, their in-house modelmaking team is at the absolute vanguard of the craft.
Swipe through to see a tiny glimpse of the breath taking, precision masterclasses they
produce:

Slide 1: The towering, intricate structural detail of 270 Park Avenue (📷 Tom Miller)

Slides 2 & 3: The massive, sweeping scale and immaculate layout of Techo International Airport, Phnom Penh (📷 Aaron Hargreaves)

Slides 4 & 5: The stunning aerodynamic forms and detailed cross-sections of the Zayed National Museum (📷 Aaron Hargreaves)

🎟️ FREE TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW
Come and see the best of the industry alongside the best of the future.

Date: Thursday, 18th June

How to book: Secure your spot via the link in our bio or head straight to newblades.com. (Remember to click the link in your confirmation email to finalise your ticket!)

CALLING ALL MODEL MAKERS | SHOW US YOUR CREATIONS!One of our absolute favourite parts of the job is seeing how you trans...
02/06/2026

CALLING ALL MODEL MAKERS | SHOW US YOUR CREATIONS!

One of our absolute favourite parts of the job is seeing how you transform raw materials from our shelves into breath taking miniatures. We are constantly blown away by the sheer creativity and skill in this community!

Today, we are throwing it back to New Blades 2019 to showcase this absolutely stunning architectural model by Jason Larcombe.

Swipe through to see the intricate detail on this multi-storey piece, featuring elegant staircases, complex support columns, and that incredibly distinctive wave-patterned truss facade. This is a masterclass in precision, built using materials readily available right here at 4D Modelshop!

SHOWCASE YOUR WORK
We are looking to gather and highlight the incredible projects our customers are working on right now! We would love to see what you have been creating with our materials, with the potential to feature your work on our page or even on our website product galleries to inspire other makers.

If you would like to share your project with us, simply slide into our DMs or send us an email at [email protected] with:

Pictures of your finished model or work-in-progress.

The materials you used and a little bit about how you used them to bring your idea to life!

We cannot wait to see what you have been building. Drop us a DM with your breakdown and let’s get the inspiration flowing! 📩

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON ⏳We are officially under a month away from New Blades 2026! On Thursday 18th June, the doors open, a...
27/05/2026

THE COUNTDOWN IS ON ⏳
We are officially under a month away from New Blades 2026! On Thursday 18th June, the doors open, and if you have not secured your ticket yet, this is your official reminder to get moving.

Student entries have been flying in from across the country, and our team is busy processing some truly mind-blowing submissions. These graduates have been working tirelessly behind the scenes, pouring countless hours into their final projects to show the industry exactly what they are made of.

Whether you are looking to hire fresh talent, scout for your next project, or simply witness the absolute pinnacle of contemporary modelmaking, props, and more, this is the one event you cannot afford to miss.

The momentum is building, and tickets are being snapped up fast. Do not let the ball drop on this one!

🎟️ CLAIM YOUR FREE TICKET NOW
Date: Thursday, 18th June

Cost: Completely FREE (but registration is required for entry!)

How to book: Click the link in our bio or head straight to newblades.com to secure your slot.

Once you have signed up, keep an eye on your inbox! We will send you a quick confirmation email where you can finalise your ticket. It only takes a second, and then you are all set for the show!

We can't wait to see you all there!

What maker doesn’t appreciate a brand new, fresh tube? There is nothing quite like peeling back the seal on a fresh adhe...
21/05/2026

What maker doesn’t appreciate a brand new, fresh tube?

There is nothing quite like peeling back the seal on a fresh adhesive to get your next project moving. Whether you are assembling a pristine architectural model, sculpting cosplay armour, or working on intricate studio crafts, having the right bond is everything.

That is why we keep our shelves fully stocked with a vast range of UHU glues. We have got the exact tube for your specific job:

The classic All Purpose Adhesive for everyday builds.

UHU POR for expanded polystyrene and foams.

UHU HART for wood and rigid model-building.

…and let's not forget UHU All Plastics for all those intricate plastic creations!

With cosplay show season now well underway and a busy year of model making already upon us, there is no better time to stock up, refresh your toolkit, and get creative.

Ready to stock up? Head to the link in our bio to browse and shop the full range, or visit: https://4d.shop/collections/brands-uhu

12/05/2026

Stop the melt! 🛑

If you've ever tried to use regular superglue on Styrofoam or Rigid XPS foam, you'll know the heartbreak of watching your model dissolve. Enter the Zap Foam-Safe duo.

This Odourless CA is specially formulated to bond foam without the chemical reaction that causes melting. Pair it with the Foam Safe Kicker for an instant, rock-solid bond that lets you keep building without the wait.

The perfect combo for architectural modelling, terrain building, and prop making.

Get yours here:
https://4d.shop/products/pacer-zap-o
https://4d.shop/products/pacer-zipkicker-foamsafe
https://4d.shop/products/4d-styrofoam-dark-grey

Are you a maker looking for your next big project?Whether you're an architectural model-maker, a prop stylist, or a 3D f...
08/05/2026

Are you a maker looking for your next big project?

Whether you're an architectural model-maker, a prop stylist, or a 3D fabrication expert, model.shop is the place to be seen. Our Freelance Directory is designed specifically to help businesses and designers find the perfect talent for their unique projects.

Attending New Blades this year?
If you’re a graduate looking to kickstart your freelance career, there is no better time to get your profile live. Use model.shop to keep the momentum going after the show and ensure your work stays in front of industry recruiters year-round.

Why sign up?

Showcase your portfolio: Feature your best work to a targeted audience.

Get discovered: We connect you directly with businesses looking for your specific skills.

Join the community: Be part of the definitive directory for the making industry.

If you’re a maker, you need to be on model.shop.

Register your profile today:
https://model.shop/freelancers (or check the link in our bio)

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